MBJ Images: Snack Time

Guam residents are not only fond of eating out, they enjoy snacks to keep their energy level high and for sheer enjoyment. Here are some of the multiple offerings available on-island, and some familiar businesspeople with their favorite snacks.

MBJ Life — The Magic of Matcha

According to Artefact Magazine, matcha has transcended its niche status to become a global mainstream staple and lifestyle statement. Driven by its vibrant aesthetic, health benefits, and social-media appeal, the global matcha market reached an estimated value of $4.5 billion in 2024 and is projected to surpass $5.7 billion by 2027.

MBJ Life — The chef’s table: Chef Mirko Agostini

For executive chef Mirko Agostini, food has always been more than sustenance, it’s a story of growth, mentorship, and community. From the bustling kitchens of Milan to the tropical gardens of Guam, Agostini’s culinary journey spanned continents, cultures, and nearly three decades of service within the Hyatt family.

MBJ Life — Taking care of business

Persistence and purpose can be driving attributes of successful businesspeople. But we all had to start somewhere. Along the way each of us learns from a mentor or through experience the valuable lessons that define our style of management, and what we believe to be our guiding lights, and so with maturity comes wisdom. Leading and longtime businesspeople in the islands share one important lesson that they have learned along the way.

Closeups: Jay and Jacob Jones

For Jay and Jacob Jones, their respective transitions into the family business weren’t difficult considering their shared love for vehicles. They’re both family members and employees of Triple J Enterprises Inc. which has different subsidiaries in Guam and in the region. But how does this father and son dynamic play out in business? Let’s take a closer look.